Thanda Safari

All-inclusive lodge with a full-service spa and a sauna

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Dates

November 2025

December 2025

Standard Tent | Premium bedding, in-room safe, soundproofing, rollaway beds

Thanda Safari offers daily game drives to spot Africa's iconic wildlife. Enjoy rejuvenating hot stone massages at the onsite spa, relax on sun loungers by the outdoor pool, and explore the arcade/game room and garden. Luggage storage is also available.

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Bar
All inclusive
Room service
Spa
Pool
24/7 front desk

￥75,886 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

Room options

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Tonight

Oct 29 - Oct 30

Tomorrow

Oct 30 - Oct 31

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, soundproofing, rollaway beds

Luxury Twin Room

Highlights

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Soundproofed

Fireplace

Private plunge pool

Air conditioning

TV

Renovated in 2013

220 sq m
Valley view
Sleeps 4
2 Twin Beds

Luxury Room

Highlights

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Soundproofed

Fireplace

Private plunge pool

Air conditioning

TV

Renovated in 2013

220 sq m
Valley view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Villa, 5 Bedrooms

Highlights

Yard

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Fireplace

Private pool

1000 sq m
5 bedrooms
Sleeps 10
3 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

Luxury Tent

Highlights

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

TV

Premium bedding

Hair dryer

Bathrobes

55 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Standard Tent

Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

TV

Premium bedding

Hair dryer

Bathrobes

55 sq m
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

Honeymoon Tent

Highlights

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Private plunge pool

Air conditioning

TV

75 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

3960, KwaZulu-Natal, Hluhluwe, D242 Off The N2

What's nearby

Bonamanzi Private Game Reserve - 39 min drive - 36.7 km
Emdoneni Cat Rehabilitation Centre - 47 min drive - 43.5 km

Restaurants

‪Phinda Game Drive Cocktails - ‬65 min drive

About this property

Thanda Safari

Luxury upscale lodge

Take advantage of game and wildlife viewing, an airport shuttle, and a terrace at Thanda Safari. Treat yourself to a body wrap, a manicure/pedicure, or a hot stone massage at the onsite spa. In addition to a garden and an arcade/game room, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.

You'll also enjoy perks such as:

An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
Free self parking
A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and smoke-free premises
A front-desk safe, meeting rooms, and wedding services

Room features

All guestrooms at Thanda Safari feature thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like safes and sound-insulated walls.

More conveniences in all rooms include:

Free toiletries and hair dryers
TVs with satellite channels

All inclusive details

This lodge is all-inclusive. Onsite food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Food and beverages

All meals and snacks included

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of the Leading Hotels of the World.

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Breakfast included
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Free WiFi

￥33,302 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

Property amenities

Internet

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
Free self parking on site

Food and drink

A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Snack bar/deli

Things to do

Arcade/game room
Full-service spa
Game drive
Game viewing
Helicopter/airplane tours
Library
Outdoor pool
Sauna

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Gift shop/newsstand
Guidebooks
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk

Guest services

Dry cleaning/laundry service
Porter/bellhop
Tour and ticket assistance
Turndown service
Wedding services

Business services

Business center
Meeting rooms

Outdoors

Garden
Pool loungers
Terrace

Full-service spa

Body scrubs
Body wraps
Deep-tissue massages
Facials
Hot stone massages
Manicures/pedicures
Prenatal massages
Spa open daily
Spa treatment rooms

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Handrails in stairways
No elevator
Well-lit path to entrance

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1 floor
3 buildings
Banquet hall
Built in 2004
Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

Premium bedding
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Towels provided

Entertainment

TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

Electric kettle
Room service

More

Air conditioning
Safe
Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 AM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after 5 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 18 are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 4363.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 4363.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

Cashless transactions are available

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

Thanda

Thanda Game Reserve

Thanda Private

Thanda Private Game

Thanda Private Game Reserve

Thanda Private Game Reserve Hluhluwe

Thanda Private Game Reserve Lodge

Thanda Private Game Reserve Lodge Hluhluwe

Thanda Private Reserve

Thanda Reserve

Thanda Private Game Reserve Hotel Hluhluwe

Thanda Safari Lodge Hluhluwe

Thanda Safari Hluhluwe

Thanda Safari Lodge

Thanda Safari Hluhluwe

Thanda Safari All Inclusive

Thanda Safari Lodge Hluhluwe

Frequently asked questions

Does Thanda Safari have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Thanda Safari?

As of Oct 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thanda Safari on Nov 4, 2025 start from ￥65,988, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Thanda Safari pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Thanda Safari?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Thanda Safari?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 AM.

What time is check-out at Thanda Safari?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does Thanda Safari provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A roundtrip fee applies.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Thanda Safari?

Yes, the property is all-inclusive.

Where is Thanda Safari located?

Situated in Hluhluwe, this all-inclusive lodge is 19 mi (30.6 km) from iSimangaliso Wetland Park and 24.6 mi (39.5 km) from Bonamanzi Private Game Reserve.

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Entertainment

Food and drink

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Special check-in instructions

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